CPE Courses
Handling Sensitive Dress Code Issues without Getting Sued
Employers realize that their employees typically are the "face" of the company, and employers are finding it increasingly advisable to control that image. HR, which is frequently responsible for policy development, must work with other parts of the organization to ensure that dress codes are managed consistently and fairly. Dress and appearance policies now require organizations to develop strategies that a..
Holding Remote Employees Accountable from a Distance - Out of Sight Out of Mind
Whether you’re a first-time manager or a seasoned manager, holding people accountable can be frustrating and bring out the worst of emotions and more so when employees are remotely working.Accountability, done effectively, is a skill you can develop just like any other skill, and while it is not a difficult skill to acquire and hone, it does require a high degree of conscious effort and even more challengin..
How COVID has Reshaped the ADA, the FMLA and Worker's Compensation to Create a New Bermuda Triangle of Medical Leave Laws
This program will explore the complexities of the three primary medical leave laws, the ADA, FMLA and worker's compensation and how they have changed due to COVID. We will also explore recent changes that have occurred within various government agencies, including the department of labor and the EEOC, as well as judicial holding that have changed the face of how these laws work together. The best practices,..
How to Deal with Employees Who Love to Argue and Debate Everything?
Our journey begins by building a firm understanding of conflict, exploring its various forms, numerous sources, and far-reaching impacts on the workplace environment. This initial overview provides a crucial context for understanding why conflicts occur and offers insights into how they can be proactively addressed and prevented.Moving deeper into the heart of the matter, we introduce a series of practical,..
How to Handle Tricky Employee Absenteeism Problems
When employees don’t play fair with your organization’s absentee policy and take unplanned or excessive time off, it causes problems and you need solutions! This webinar will teach you how to create or update your attendance policy which complies with legal standards and which can be flexible enough to meet the demands of different departments or positions. The program will also address federal and state la..
How to Respond to An EEOC Charge and Win
Making the EEOC “go away” definitely is not something an HR professional or business should expect to do without solid training. This session provides you with that training. This is a must-have in 2023. David has handled these matters for 24 years and has developed a system that works. In this session, he will walk you through the steps you should take from the minute you receive the EEOC charge through th..
I-9 Audits: Strengthening Your Immigration Compliance Strategies and Anticipated Changes to I-9’s
Are you confident your organization is in full compliance with federal immigration laws, or are you at risk for being assessed costly fines, or worse, for potential violations?In an effort to control illegal immigration, in 1986 Congress passed the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA). The IRCA was enacted to legalize approximately three million undocumented immigrants, while at the same time, attempte..
I-9 Audits: Strengthening Your Immigration Compliance Strategies in 2024
Are you confident your organization is in full compliance with Federal immigration laws, or are you at risk of being assessed costly fines, or worse, for potential violations?In an effort to control illegal immigration, in 1986 Congress passed the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA). The IRCA was enacted to legalize approximately three million undocumented immigrants, while at the same time, attemptin..
I-9 Audits: Strengthening Your Immigration Compliance Strategies in 2025
Are you confident your organization is in full compliance with Federal immigration laws, or are you at risk for being assessed costly fines, or worse, for potential violations?In an effort to control illegal immigration, in 1986 Congress passed the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA). The IRCA was enacted to legalize approximately three million undocumented immigrants, while at the same time, attempte..
International Payroll
Details of payroll tax policies for international assignments from understanding details of tax equalization and tax protection to understanding how to calculate hypothetical tax. Review of accounting concepts and best practices. Will also have a review of international visa’s and the payroll requirements over each Visa.Areas Covered Concepts on how to handle tax for international assignments - Tax Equ..
Interviewing the Implicated Employee
This module focuses on the specific techniques needed for interviewing the employee under investigation and how to obtain admissions of improper conduct. This webinar covers the following key topics:The psychology of employee wrongdoing and how this is rationalizedHow do you encourage an employee to admit improper conduct by developing a theme to place the wrongdoing in context?The technique is to focus on ..
Introduction To Payroll Law
Are you responsible for payroll or employer tax withholding compliance? or maybe you were recently hired or promoted into the payroll department. During your indoctrination you are surprised at all the interesting things to do and how important this role is to the success of the company. You begin to wonder just how much there is to learn. Join us for a quick briefing on the basic laws affecting payroll. Le..
Investigate, Document, Excel: A Writing Bootcamp for HR
Workplace investigations are not limited to addressing harassment complaints; they encompass a broad spectrum of misconduct, from theft and safety issues to retaliation, substance abuse, and policy violations. These investigations are crucial for maintaining a safe and equitable work environment. The responsibility often falls on HR or management, and determining the need for an outside investigator can be ..
Investigations that Work
How a company manages a workplace investigation affects its legal exposures, corporate culture, and brand. That investigation may involve a claim of sexual harassment, suspicion of theft, or a threat made against another employee. The failure to properly investigate can lead to lawsuits, brand damage, and ruined reputations. Don has been an employment law attorney for more than 40 years and has investigated..
Labor Relations Survival Crash Course
Attendees will have the opportunity to widen their skill set enough to be able to hit the ground running to meet the challenges of most labor-management environments. Among the areas to be explored will be the groundwork and guidelines for positive labor-management relationships along with an examination of the roles of the Union and its representatives/Stewards as well as the management side of the equatio..